Episode 373

Chance McClain, Heritage Films

Published on: 7th July, 2025

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity, where we dive into the minds of creators around the world—those shaping the way we think, live, and leave our mark.

Today’s guest is Chance McClain, a master storyteller and the creative force behind Heritage Films. With over 800 feature-length family documentaries to his name, Chance preserves the essence of individuals and generations. A proud Army veteran, a sports radio pioneer, and even a Broadway musical writer, Chance has done it all—and done it with heart.

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1: "The Radio Guy Turned Legacy Filmmaker"

You’ve worn so many creative hats—radio host, playwright, filmmaker. Can you walk us through the journey from radio and Broadway to founding Heritage Films?

Follow-up: What was the moment when you realized storytelling through film was your true calling?

2: "Inside the Business of Heritage"

Prompt: Creating personal documentaries isn’t your average gig. What does it take—behind the scenes—to deliver such high-end, deeply personal films? How do you strike the balance between cinematic quality and emotional truth in these projects?

3: "800 Documentaries Later..."

You’ve made over 800 legacy films. That’s incredible. What patterns or lessons have emerged from these hundreds of interviews and stories? What’s one story that surprised you or stuck with you in a profound way?

4: "Legacy, Leadership & Resilience"

Through your lens, you’ve captured themes of courage, loss, love, and purpose. What has making these films taught you about leadership, failure, and resilience? As a veteran and entrepreneur, how do those life experiences shape your creative process?

5: "Future-Proofing Storytelling with Technology"

You’re a traditional storyteller using modern tools. How do you embrace technology to enhance—not dilute—the power of legacy and memory? Where do you see personal documentary filmmaking going in the next 5 to 10 years?


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Your World of Creativity
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On YOUR WORLD OF CREATIVITY, best-selling author and global brand innovator, Mark Stinson introduces you to some of the world’s leading creative talent from publishing, film, animation, music, restaurants, medical research, and more.

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Mark Stinson has earned the reputation as a “brand innovator” -- an experienced marketer, persuasive writer, dynamic presenter, and skilled facilitator. His work includes brand strategy and creative workshops. He has contributed to the launches of more than 150 brands, with a focus on health, science, and technology companies. Mark has worked with clients ranging from global corporations to entrepreneurial start-ups. He is a recipient of the Brand Leadership Award from the Asia Brand Congress and was included in the PharmaVoice 100 Most Inspiring People in the Life-Sciences Industry.